The 7 Best Hotels
in Mostar
Mostar is one of the Balkans' most visually arresting cities — a place where Ottoman minarets and Austro-Hungarian facades share the skyline above the jade-green Neretva River. The hotel scene here is intimate by design: most accommodation clusters within walking distance of Stari Most, the 16th-century bridge that defines the city. Mostar's Old Bazaar neighbourhood, Kujundžiluk, hosts a concentration of small guesthouses and restored Ottoman houses, while the west bank's broader streets offer quieter, slightly more modern options. Prices remain strikingly low compared to nearby Split or Dubrovnik — a comfortable boutique double rarely exceeds €120 even in peak summer.
We've narrowed Mostar's options to 7 hotels: 2 splurge picks that make the most of the city's Ottoman heritage and riverside drama, 3 solid mid-range choices offering real character without overcharging, and 2 budget options that outperform their price point. The city is compact enough that location differences are small, but proximity to the Old Bridge versus the quieter west bank does shape the atmosphere considerably.
| Hotel | Neighborhood | From €/night | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Anri | Old Town (Stari Grad) | €100–175 | Splurge |
| Kriva Ćuprija Hotel | Old Town (Stari Grad) | €90–160 | Splurge |
| Hotel Pellegrino | West Mostar (Bulevar) | €65–110 | Mid-range |
| Hotel Mostar | Stari Grad / Central | €70–120 | Mid-range |
| Pansion Nur | Old Town (Kujundžiluk bazaar) | €55–95 | Mid-range |
| Hostel Majdas | Old Town (Stari Grad) | €22–45 | Budget |
| Hostel Bojo | Old Town (near Stari Most) | €18–38 | Budget |
Where to stay in Mostar
Mostar is a compact city divided by the Neretva River. The east bank holds the Ottoman Old Town; the west bank is broader, quieter, and more residential. For most visitors, the choice is simply how deep into the old quarter you want to be — and how much noise you can tolerate in high summer.
The east bank's old quarter, anchored by Stari Most and the Kujundžiluk bazaar, is where Mostar's character is most concentrated. Hotels here sit in restored Ottoman houses and converted mills — atmospheric, sometimes noisy, always atmospheric. Prices are 20-40% higher than equivalent rooms on the west bank. Best for travellers who want to experience the city's full character, including its chaotic peak-summer crowds.
The cobblestoned bazaar lane running north from Stari Most is lined with copper-sellers, textile stalls, and small pansions tucked into courtyards. Once the tour groups depart after 6pm, this becomes Mostar's most evocative neighbourhood. Small guesthouses here are intimate and owner-run, though rooms can be small. Ideal for travellers who want to soak in the living Ottoman streetscape.
The west bank, bisected by the broad Bulevar boulevard, is where Mostar's modern life plays out — local cafes, supermarkets, the bus station. Hotels here are generally more modern and better suited to travellers arriving by car or with larger luggage. The walk to the Old Bridge takes 10-15 minutes. Prices run noticeably lower than Old Town equivalents for comparable room quality.
The stretch of the Neretva north of the Old Town around the Lucki Bridge is residential and largely tourist-free. A handful of small guesthouses sit here with river-facing terraces and immediate access to the water. It's less picturesque than the old quarter but genuinely quieter — appealing for travellers who want Mostar's riverside setting without the souvenir-stall soundtrack.
Villa Anri
Villa Anri sits in a restored stone house just steps from the Old Bridge, with a garden terrace that overlooks the Neretva and catches the afternoon light in a way few properties in Mostar can match. Rooms are finished with dark timber beams, handwoven textiles, and local stonework — deliberately traditional without feeling museum-like. Breakfast is a serious, unhurried affair with local cheeses, simit bread, and house-made jams. The owners are hands-on and genuinely knowledgeable about the city beyond the tourist circuit.
- Terrace with direct Neretva river views
- Stone-and-timber restored heritage rooms
- Generous homemade Herzegovinian breakfast
- Owner-run with personal local knowledge
- Steps from Stari Most bridge
Kriva Ćuprija Hotel
Named after the small 'Crooked Bridge' that spans a tributary of the Neretva directly outside, Kriva Ćuprija occupies a 16th-century mill that has been carefully converted without stripping its character. The hotel's mill-stream setting means you fall asleep to running water — an unexpected luxury in a city this busy in July and August. Stone-vaulted rooms are on the darker side but properly cool in summer heat. The ground-floor restaurant is one of the better traditional kitchens in Mostar, serving burek, ćevapi, and grilled trout from local rivers.
- 16th-century mill conversion beside a stream
- Rooms naturally cool in summer without AC noise
- Respected on-site Herzegovinian restaurant
- Named bridge directly outside the door
- Walking distance to all Old Town sites
Hotel Pellegrino
Hotel Pellegrino offers a calmer base on the west bank of the Neretva, away from the souvenir-stall noise of Kujundžiluk but still within 12 minutes' walk of the Old Bridge. Rooms are modern and clean without being bland — parquet floors, proper blackout curtains, and bathrooms that feel genuinely renovated rather than patched. The rooftop terrace delivers a skyline view worth lingering over. It's a professional small hotel that gets the basics exactly right: reliable Wi-Fi, a good breakfast spread, and staff who respond quickly.
- Rooftop terrace with Mostar skyline views
- Quieter west bank location, 12 min walk to bridge
- Modern rooms with proper blackout curtains
- Easier car access than Old Town hotels
- Reliable breakfast included
Hotel Mostar
Hotel Mostar is one of the city's longest-established independent hotels, and it shows in the accumulated confidence of the operation — nothing flashy, nothing overlooked. Its central position means the bus station, Old Town, and riverside promenade are all within easy reach on foot. Rooms are straightforward: tile floors, solid beds, functioning air conditioning, and properly sized bathrooms. The restaurant downstairs leans into Herzegovinian comfort food — lamb dishes, grilled vegetables, and a local wine list that undercuts Old Town restaurant prices significantly.
- Central location near bus station and Old Town
- On-site restaurant with affordable local wine
- Long-established, professionally run
- Good air conditioning — important in July heat
- Consistent reviews across booking platforms
Pansion Nur
Pansion Nur is an owner-run guesthouse tucked into the bazaar quarter, occupying a traditional whitewashed house with a shaded courtyard where guests linger over Turkish coffee long after breakfast should have ended. Rooms are modest in size but finished with care — kilim rugs, wooden shutters, copper lanterns. It sits in the heart of Kujundžiluk, meaning the evening atmosphere after the day-trip crowds leave is genuinely special. The family who runs it has operated here for decades and treats it with corresponding pride.
- Shaded courtyard for morning coffee
- Kilim-furnished rooms with Ottoman character
- Deep in the bazaar quarter — evening atmosphere
- Family-run for decades, personal service
- Among the best value in the Old Town
Hostel Majdas
Hostel Majdas is consistently one of the best-reviewed budget sleeps in the western Balkans, and the reason is simple: a family-run operation that genuinely cares. Dorm beds are clean and honestly sized, private rooms are basic but quiet, and the communal terrace overlooking the Neretva has become something of a ritual gathering point for solo travellers at dusk. Majda herself is often found cooking or offering advice on day trips to Blagaj and Pocitelj. The hostel books out weeks ahead in summer — reserve early.
- Neretva-view communal terrace at sunset
- Hosted by welcoming local family
- Excellent advice on Herzegovinian day trips
- Private rooms available alongside dorms
- Consistently top-rated in its tier regionally
Hostel Bojo
Hostel Bojo occupies an old stone building within the bazaar cluster, close enough to the Old Bridge that you can hear the divers' shouts from the windows on busy afternoons. It's a straightforward, honest budget option: clean shared bathrooms, small but well-aired dorms, and a social common area that doesn't try too hard. What sets it apart at this price point is its location — you'd pay three times more for a similar address in Dubrovnik. Staff are young, local, and unfailingly helpful with transport onward to Sarajevo or the coast.
- Stone building steps from the Old Bridge
- Exceptional location for the price
- Helpful staff with onward transport advice
- Social common area without forced activities
- Significantly cheaper than equivalent Croatian hostels
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How we chose these hotels
Our editorial team reviewed Mostar's hotel landscape and selected 7 across budgets, prioritising properties that capture local character — heritage architecture, owner-run boutiques, surf-town informality — over generic resort-chain accommodations. Where two hotels are comparable, we pick the smaller, owner-run option.
None of these hotels paid to be included, and we have no commercial relationship with any of them. Use the "View on Google Maps" links above to find each property's official website, current rates and availability. Prices are estimated nightly ranges in EUR for a double room and will vary by season and availability. Recommendations are reviewed every six months; this guide was last updated April 2026.
When to visit Mostar
For everything you need to plan a Mostar trip — neighbourhoods, food, things to do, day trips, transport — see our complete Mostar travel guide.